GoPro
MISSION 1 PRO
Flagship compact cinema camera with 50MP 1-inch sensor, GP3 processor, 8K60 / 4K240 video, 8K30 Open Gate 4:3, GP-Log2 10-bit, and 20m waterproof rugged body.
$700
Launch priceReleased May 2026
Nikon
COOLPIX A1000
Compact 35x superzoom with 4K, EVF, and tilting touchscreen for travel on a budget.
$479
Launch priceReleased Jan 2019
MISSION 1 PRO is 7.4 years newer.
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MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
COOLPIX A1000
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BCOOLPIX A1000 has lower AF low-light limit (-8.5 EV vs 0 EV)
- BCOOLPIX A1000 has higher AF points / zones (493 vs 0)
- BCOOLPIX A1000 has higher AF frame coverage (90 % vs 0 %)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has lower ISO min (native) (25 vs 100)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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MISSION 1 PRO
78 × 50 × 28 mm
207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
COOLPIX A1000
114 × 72 × 41 mm
330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 36mm narrower, 22mm shorter, and 13mm thinner than COOLPIX A1000.
MISSION 1 PRO is 123 g lighter than COOLPIX A1000.
Depth (front-to-back): 28mm MISSION 1 PRO · 41mm COOLPIX A1000
Sensor size, to scale
COOLPIX A1000
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
MISSION 1 PRO
Codecs
Adds MP4
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 78, 50, 27.8
Card types
Adds microSDXC
ISO min (native)
25 vs 100 — lower is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Resolution
50 MP vs 15.9 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
COOLPIX A1000
AF low-light limit
-8.5 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
493 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
90 % vs 0 % — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114.2, 72.2, 41.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
MISSION 1 PRO
Pros
- ✓8K60 + 4K240 + 1080p960 burst slo-mo
- ✓50MP 1-inch sensor, up to 14 stops DR
- ✓8K30 / 4K120 Open Gate 4:3 reframing
- ✓GP-Log2 10-bit + 32-bit float audio
- ✓20m waterproof without housing
Cons
- –Premium pricing vs HERO13 Black
- –Fixed lens (ILS variant Q3 2026)
- –New platform — limited third-party support
- –Subscriber discount required for best price
COOLPIX A1000
Pros
- ✓35x zoom in compact body
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓4K video
- ✓Affordable
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Limited low light
- –Fixed lens
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the MISSION 1 PRO and COOLPIX A1000 at major authorized retailers.
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, MISSION 1 PRO or COOLPIX A1000?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for COOLPIX A1000 — 50MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and COOLPIX A1000?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and COOLPIX A1000 is 15.9 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and COOLPIX A1000 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while COOLPIX A1000 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the COOLPIX A1000?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. COOLPIX A1000 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and COOLPIX A1000?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 207 g and COOLPIX A1000 weighs 330 g, so the MISSION 1 PRO is 123 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and COOLPIX A1000 record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 4K up to 120p. COOLPIX A1000: 4K up to 60p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and COOLPIX A1000 weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. COOLPIX A1000: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 640 shots for the COOLPIX A1000, giving the COOLPIX A1000 the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and COOLPIX A1000 at $479. The COOLPIX A1000 is $221 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Nikon press materials.